Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles

Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles

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You’re Not Alone: 5 Inspirational David Bowie Songs

In this bonus episode of Behind The Song, Janda dives into five songs where David Bowie offered something more than just music—he offered hope. From Ziggy Stardust’s final anthem to the graceful goodbye of “Lazarus,” Bowie’s messages of connectivity and faith are like a light in ...  Show more

If These Walls Could Talk: Infamous Rock ‘N Roll Hotels

In the new bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda is checking us into the infamous accommodations that became as legendary as the bands that trashed them! We're talking about the places where history was made, TVs were thrown, and the accountants were always on call. ...  Show more

No Schmaltz, Just Rock 'n' Roll: The Story Behind Tom Petty's "Christmas All Over Again"

Did you know Tom Petty wrote just one Christmas song? In this episode of the Behind The Song podcast, find out how the gift of a ukulele from George Harrison inspired “Christmas All Over Again,” a song that required over 20 musicians to get the wall-of-sound vibe that Petty wante ...  Show more

Total Transformation: Bands Who Abandoned Their Debut Sound

In this bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda dives into the sonic evolutions of artists whose debut albums sound like they were recorded by a completely different group. Trace the changes in bands like Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, and the Scorpions!See Privacy Policy ...  Show more

Alice’s Restaurant: The Thanksgiving Massacree

In the new bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda revisits Arlo Guthrie’s “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree.” Listen in on how a ridiculous (and hilariously true) littering incident became an 18 minute Thanksgiving classic for generations of fans! 


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